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Books to help you understand politics in the United States.

Whether you’re gearing up for the US election or simply want to learn more about American politics, these books will give you insight into the country’s past and present.

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The Forever War

The Forever War tells the story of how America’s political polarisation is 250 years in the making, and argues that the roots of its modern-day malaise are to be found in its troubled past.

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The Coming Storm

From the creator of the smash hit podcast, a riveting deep dive into the roots of Q Anon, the rise of the extreme right in the US, a democracy in mortal peril - and the strange fascination conspiracy theories continue to hold for all of us.

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When America Stopped Being Great

A comprehensive analysis of the political, economic, cultural and technological factors that contributed to America’s decline and inadvertently paved the way for Trump’s presidency.

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